Leighton House Museum

| museum lighting scheme

| developed with BDP

| London, UK

| awards
World Interiors News 2023 - Gold - Individual
Project Interiors: Lighting Projects

“You cannot see the lighting, only the effect - absolutely perfect for a gallery space like this,”
Tina Norden, Judge of WIN Awards

The lighting scheme for the refurbishment of a quaint and distinctive house/museum in West London is meticulously crafted to cater to diverse spaces, including galleries, circulation areas, offices, and multi-functional zones. Tailored lighting techniques are employed in each room, taking into account the specific use of the space and emphasizing the materials to create an engaging journey.

In spaces lacking natural daylight or where existing clerestories have been omitted during the museum refurbishment, we've implemented neutral white artificial light to simulate daylight.

This strategic approach not only enhances the perception of space but also contributes to a brighter, more expansive atmosphere.

The lighting scheme's flexibility is paramount throughout the entire museum, accommodating exhibitions and dynamic spaces hosting various activities. We've developed a comprehensive and adaptable lighting control protocol to suit different tasks and cater to the diverse artworks on display. This ensures the preservation of the artwork while creating an inviting and functional environment for visitors.

| completion
2022

| architect
BPD

| photos
Dirk Lindner

Leighton House Museum

| museum lighting scheme

| developed with BDP

| London, UK

| awards
World Interiors News 2023 - Gold - Individual
Project Interiors: Lighting Projects


“You cannot see the lighting, only the effect - absolutely perfect for a gallery space like this,”
Tina Norden, Judge of WIN Awards


The lighting scheme for the refurbishment of a quaint and distinctive house/museum in West London is meticulously crafted to cater to diverse spaces, including galleries, circulation areas, offices, and multi-functional zones. Tailored lighting techniques are employed in each room, taking into account the specific use of the space and emphasizing the materials to create an engaging journey.

In spaces lacking natural daylight or where existing clerestories have been omitted during the museum refurbishment, we've implemented neutral white artificial light to simulate daylight.
This strategic approach not only enhances the perception of space but also contributes to a brighter, more expansive atmosphere.

The lighting scheme's flexibility is paramount throughout the entire museum, accommodating exhibitions and dynamic spaces hosting various activities. We've developed a comprehensive and adaptable lighting control protocol to suit different tasks and cater to the diverse artworks on display. This ensures the preservation of the artwork while creating an inviting and functional environment for visitors.

| completion
2022

| architect
BPD

| photos
Dirk Lindner